Electrician II

General Services Department • Full-time • Albuquerque, NM, US • $52.87k - $54.95k / year • 1m ago

Position Summary

Install, maintain, modify and repair high and low-voltage single and multi-phase transmission, distribution, lighting, communication, control and alarm systems, fixtures and components in City-owned buildings, facilities and grounds; troubleshoot problems in electrical systems and components and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

High school diploma or GED; and

Five (5) years electrical experience at the journey level.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Possession of a valid State of New Mexico Electrical License, journey level.

Preferred Knowledge

Principles, practices and theories of electricity
Installation and maintenance of electrical systems, telemetry cables, circuitry, generators and related materials
Methods and techniques of troubleshooting electrical system malfunctions
Methods and techniques of maintaining, installing and repairing electrical systems and equipment
Techniques of troubleshooting large motor, circuit breakers, panels and a variety of other electrical equipment failures
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices
Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations

Preferred Skills & Abilities

Perform installation, repair and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment
Perform troubleshooting of electrical system malfunctions
Read, interpret and follow blue prints and drawings
Coordinate assigned electrical projects with department heads
Direct the work of assigned project staff
Use a variety of voltage meters and testers
Operate a variety of electrical repair, maintenance and installation equipment and vehicles in a safe and effective manner
Effectively communicate with communications tower
Set up and wire controls for motors, pumps and systems as needed
Pull wires, hang lighting fixtures and install control equipment according to codes
Perform all necessary work on multi-phase power circuits
Work independently in the absence of supervision
Understand and follow oral and written instructions
Communicate clearly and concisely
Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work